3DS Firmware Update Incoming

The 3DS handheld console will be be getting an update on April 24th. This update will bring folders to your main menu as well as allowing patching of retail games. Folders can hold 60 items and you can change the name of individual folders.

The ability to patch games will allow Mario Kart 7 to be updated in May in order to fix the Maku Wuhu map. Hackers may also have to worry about the ability of Nintendo patching games, making it more difficult to hack the console in the future and to install homebrew software. For even more 3DS news, check out the latest info on New Super Mario Bros. 2!